Shahpur - Isagarh, Ashoknagar
Shahpur is a village situated in the Isagarh tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Isagarh and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Lahidpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 500092. The village covers a total geographical area of 520 hectares and falls under the 473335 pincode. Isagarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur village had a total population of 203 people, including 104 males and 99 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.02%, with male literacy at 71.74% and female literacy at 49.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 203 | 104 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 66 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 38 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shahpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Isagarh to Shahpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Shahpur is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shahpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Isagarh Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Lahidpur.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 473335.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur had a total population of 203, including 104 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
Shahpur had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur was 61.02%. Male literacy was 71.74% and female literacy was 49.41%.